The Painted Turtle relies on the generosity of hundreds of volunteers every year to accomplish our mission. Each year, more than 800 volunteers donate over 35,000 hours to make the magic of The Painted Turtle a reality. When you volunteer with us, you become a part of The Painted Turtle family: a caring, supportive, and compassionate community that comes together to make a difference in the lives of our campers. Our volunteer opportunities include Camp at Home: Cabin Chat Series, Fall Family Weekends, and the Holiday Gathering in Lake Hughes!

The Volunteer Program is endowed by Delta Zeta Sorority.

2022 Opportunities

The Painted Turtle is now accepting volunteer applications. Please be sure to check your eligibility here. 

Fall Volunteer Calendar

Virtual Cabin Chats

Join us every Tuesday evening from October 4^th to November 8^th at 6-8pm

Orientation: Tuesday, September 27^th at 6:00-7:30pm 

Fall Family Weekends (Lake Hughes)

Epilepsy Family Weekend: September 30^th-October 2^nd

Kidney Family Weekend: October 14^th-16^th

Special Diagnoses Family Weekend: November 4^th-6^th

Campamento Para Familias: November 18^th-20^th

Holiday Gathering and Hoopla (Lake Hughes)

Holiday Gathering: December 3^rd

Holiday Hoopla (Year-End Volunteer Appreciation Event): Evening of December 3^rd-December 4^th

Questions? Please contact Megan O’Meara, Volunteer Coordinator, at megano@thepaintedturtle.org or call 310-451-1353 x108.